How to remove and install the Strut Rod on Lexus RX350?

It therefore requires that any rear suspension arms that were removed or replaced be refitted, loosely tightened, positioned to its normal ride-height angle and then again tightened until fully tight. First of all shift the wheel lug nuts to the loose position then jack up the car and securely place it on jack stands then remove the wheel. After this, unscrew the strut rod-to-axle carrier bolt and then also contract the strut rod-to-body bracket to remove the rod from the vehicle. In the process of removing the strut bolt it may be required that the parking brake cable bracket be detached. During installation reverse the sequence of removal and always tighten the bolts to the prescribed torque.

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Lexus RX350 Rear Suspension Control Arm Assembly, No.2, Left
Part Number: 48740-48120
$135.65 MSRP: $184.95
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- Other Name: Arm Assy, Rear Suspension, No.2 Lh; Arm, Rear Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 48740-0E040
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU35L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU35L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 Rod Assy, Strut, Rear
Part Number: 48780-48040
$133.32 MSRP: $180.29
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Product Specifications
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 48780-0E020
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU35L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 Rear Suspension Control Arm Assembly, No.2, Left
Part Number: 48740-48090
$135.65 MSRP: $184.95
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy, Rear Suspension, No.2 Lh; Arm, Rear Arm, Rear Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 48740-0E010
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU30L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 Rod Assy, Strut, Rear
Part Number: 48780-0E010
$132.24 MSRP: $180.29
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Strut Rod, Torque Arm, Trailing Arm
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 48780-48030
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 Rod Assy, Strut, Rear
Part Number: 48780-0E020
$132.24 MSRP: $180.29
You Save: $48.05 (27%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Strut Rod, Torque Arm
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 48780-48040
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU35L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 ARM ASSY, RR SUSPENS
Part Number: 48740-0E060
$176.52 MSRP: $240.67
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lower Control Arm
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023-2025 Lexus RX350 | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L | A25AFXS, T24AFTS; AALH15L-CWXGBA, TALA10L-CWZGTA, TALA15L-CWZGTA, TALH17L-CWTGTA
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Lexus RX350 Rod Assy, Strut, Rear
Part Number: 48780-48030
$133.32 MSRP: $180.29
You Save: $46.97 (27%)
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Product Specifications
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 48780-0E010
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 Rear Suspension Control Arm Assembly, No.2, Left
Part Number: 48740-48100
$155.05 MSRP: $211.39
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy, Rear Suspension, No.2 Lh; Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU30L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 ARM ASSY, RR SUSPENS
Part Number: 48730-0E140
$176.52 MSRP: $240.67
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lower Control Arm
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023-2025 Lexus RX350 | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L | A25AFXS, T24AFTS; AALH15L-CWXGBA, TALA10L-CWZGTA, TALA15L-CWZGTA, TALH17L-CWTGTA
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Lexus RX350 Rear Suspension Control Arm Assembly, No.2, Left
Part Number: 48740-0E010
$136.76 MSRP: $184.95
You Save: $48.19 (27%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy, Rear Suspension, No.2 Lh
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: 48740-48090
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 Rear Suspension Control Arm Assembly, No.2, Left
Part Number: 48740-0E040
$136.76 MSRP: $184.95
You Save: $48.19 (27%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy, Rear Suspension, No.2 Lh
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: 48740-48120
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX350 Rear Suspension Control Arm Assembly, No.2, Left
Part Number: 48740-0E020
$165.44 MSRP: $225.57
You Save: $60.13 (27%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy, Rear Suspension, No.2 Lh; Arm, Rear Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA

Lexus RX350 Suspension Strut Rod

Lexus RX350 Suspension Strut Rod connects each wheel to the frame, allowing it to move but keeping it aligned when the road becomes bumpy. Acting much like a control arm, the Suspension Strut Rod pivots on bushings at the chassis end and on bushings or a ball joint at the knuckle end and absorbs the vertical travel of the wheel while maintaining steady steering geometry. In the RX350 lineup, Lexus changed materials, switching from stamped steel to cast iron and then to lighter cast aluminum Suspension Strut Rod designs to increase strength and reduce weight. Rust can weaken steel and hard hits can bend any style, so the condition of bushings, joints, and the Suspension Strut Rod itself determines when it may need replacing. Every Lexus driver enjoys stable handling because the RX350 chassis teams its Suspension Strut Rod with springs, shocks, sway bars, and a rod assembly to keep the Lexus RX350 composed on every trip.

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Lexus RX350 Suspension Strut Rod Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rear Suspension Control Arm Assembly, No.2, Left
48740-48120
Q: How to remove and install the Strut Rod on Lexus RX350?
A:
It therefore requires that any rear suspension arms that were removed or replaced be refitted, loosely tightened, positioned to its normal ride-height angle and then again tightened until fully tight. First of all shift the wheel lug nuts to the loose position then jack up the car and securely place it on jack stands then remove the wheel. After this, unscrew the strut rod-to-axle carrier bolt and then also contract the strut rod-to-body bracket to remove the rod from the vehicle. In the process of removing the strut bolt it may be required that the parking brake cable bracket be detached. During installation reverse the sequence of removal and always tighten the bolts to the prescribed torque.

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